Huawei GR5 Mini User guide
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User Guide
Contents
Exciting New Features
Unboxing your Phone
Transferring Data
First Use and Initial Setup
Pro camera mode 1
Screen recorder 2
Inserting a SIM card and microSD card 4
Charging your phone 4
Turning your phone on and off 6
Using the Backup application to transfer data 7
Transferring data between your phone and a computer
Copying contacts from an old phone to a new phone
Initial setup 11
Dual SIM settings 12
Connecting to the Internet 14
Configuring your fingerprint ID 16
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Installing Applications
Sharing applications using a microSD card 17
Uninstalling an application 17
Getting Started
Locking and unlocking the screen 18
Touchscreen gestures 21
Status and notification icons 23
Home screen 25
Taking a screenshot 34
Notifications 35
Using fingerprint recognition 40
Accessing applications 42
Personalizing your phone 47
Entering text 50
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Tips and Tricks
Contents
High volume mode 52
Searching for settings 52
Quickly returning a call 53
Sharing your QR card 54
Calling contacts when the screen is off 55
Pocket mode 55
Taking snapshots when the screen is off 56
Perfect selfie 56
Using time-lapse mode to fast forward the action 57
Taking photos while recording video 58
Finding applications quickly 59
Connecting to the Wi-Fi network with the strongest
signal 59
Using your phone while wearing gloves 60
Adjusting the system volume rapidly 61
Using the floating dock 61
Aligning home screen applications automatically 62
Touch-disable mode 63
Calls and Contacts
Making calls 64
Answering or rejecting a call 67
Functions available during a call 68
Answering a third-party call 70
Making a conference call 71
Viewing the call log 71
Turning on pocket mode 72
Call settings 73
Creating a contact 75
Importing or exporting contacts 76
Managing contacts 78
Finding a contact 79
Viewing contacts from different accounts 80
Adding a contact to your favorites 80
Contact groups 81
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Messaging and Email
Sending a message 83
Replying to a message 84
Searching for messages 85
Deleting threads 85
Managing messages 85
Blocking spam messages 86
Managing common phrases 86
Adding a message signature 87
Adding an email account 87
Sending an email 89
Checking your emails 90
Managing VIP contacts 90
Account settings 91
Camera and Gallery
Accessing the viewfinder 92
Taking a photo 93
Shooting modes 93
Beauty mode 94
Perfect Selfie mode 95
Ultra Snapshot 96
Burst shooting 97
Voice activated shooting 98
Launching the camera from Gallery 99
Object tracking 100
Audio notes 101
HDR mode 101
Pro camera mode 101
Light Painting mode 104
Panoramic shots 109
Adding watermarks to photos 112
Shooting a video 113
Time-lapse mode 114
Slow motion recording 115
Document correction 115
Camera and video settings 116
Viewing photos and videos 119
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Adding photos or videos to a new album 121
Moving photos or videos to other albums 121
Deleting images or videos 121
Sharing images or videos 122
Managing albums 122
Adding notes to an image 122
Editing an image 123
Using Camera or Gallery to scan a QR code 124
Music and Video
Adding songs to your phone 126
Searching for local music 126
Listening to music 127
Controlling playback using a smart headset 128
Creating a playlist 130
Playing a playlist 130
Setting a song as the ringtone 130
Playing a video 131
Accessing the Internet
Contents
Connecting to the Internet using mobile data 132
Connecting to the Internet using Wi-Fi 132
Sharing your mobile Internet with other devices 134
Transferring data using Bluetooth 138
Transferring data using Wi-Fi Direct 139
Streaming multimedia content to your TV 140
NFC and payment 141
Backup and Restore
Using the Backup application to back up and restore
data 143
Restoring factory settings 144
Updating your phone 145
OTA updates 145
File Management
Viewing files 146
Sharing files 147
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Creating folders 147
Renaming files 147
Copying, moving, or deleting files 148
Creating or extracting archives 148
Excluding small images 149
Storing private files in a safe 149
Power Management
Viewing battery usage statistics 150
Reducing power consumption 150
Enabling the Ultra power plan 151
Closing background applications when the screen is
locked 151
Preventing background applications from accessing the
Internet 152
Configuring display and sound settings 152
Phone Manager
Optimizing your system 153
Managing data usage 153
Harassment filter 154
Battery management 154
Contents
Tools
Settings
Calendar 155
Clock 157
Weather 160
Notepad 162
Calculator 164
Sound recorder 164
Mirror 166
Enabling location access 167
Increasing indoor positioning accuracy 168
Configuring the display settings 169
Sound settings 170
Changing the screen unlock method 171
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Gestures and navigation settings 172
Airplane mode 172
Using the floating dock 173
Setting your SIM card PIN 174
Setting up an account 175
Setting the date and time 176
Changing the system language 176
Viewing your phone's specifications 177
Viewing the available storage space 177
Formatting the microSD card 177
Accessibility Features
About your phone's accessibility features 178
TalkBack 178
Magnification gestures 181
Using the power button to end a call 182
Adjusting the screen response time 183
Color correction 183
Appendix
Contents
Obtaining help 184
Safety information 184
Personal Information and Data Security 190
List of safety features 191
Legal Notice 192
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Exciting New Features
Exciting New Features
Pro camera mode
Pro camera mode lets you fine-tune photos and gives you full control over composition,
exposure, and shutter speed.
1
Open
2
Configure the camera settings, such as exposure and shutter speed.
•
Add overlay
from a 3 x 3 grid or spiral overlay to help you compose your image. For more
information, see
•
Shutter speed and exposure control
screen to produce a perfectly-exposed shot. You can set the ISO, shutter speed,
white balance, exposure compensation, focus mode, and metering mode.
Camera
. Swipe right on the screen, and then select
to take a photo.
: Swipe left on the screen and touch
Adding an overlay.
Pro photo
Assistive grid
: Adjust the parameters at the bottom of the
. You can choose
. Touch
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For more information, see Pro camera mode.
Screen recorder
Use the screen recorder feature to record video game footage or teach friends and family
how to use phone features.
To protect your privacy, unlock your phone before recording your screen.
Starting the recording
Press the volume up and power buttons simultaneously and select the desired recording
mode.
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You can choose from HD mode or Mini mode. Mini mode records in a lower resolution,
resulting in smaller file sizes and faster upload speeds.
•
Audio will also be recorded, therefore make sure that you are in a quiet
environment.
•
Recording will stop automatically when you make or receive a call.
•
When making a screen recording, you will not be able to use the recording feature
in other applications.
•
Longer recordings will take up more space on your phone's internal storage, so
ensure there is enough space before recording.
Stopping the recording
Stop recording the screen using one of the following methods:
•
Press the volume up and power buttons simultaneously.
•
Touch the screen recording icon in the upper left corner of the status bar.
Open the notification panel and touch to share your screen recording.
By default, screen recordings are stored in
Gallery
, within the
Screen recordings
folder.
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Unboxing your Phone
Unboxing your Phone
Inserting a SIM card and microSD card
Your phone's 2-in-1 card slot is located on the upper left side of the phone. You can
insert 2 nano-SIM cards, or 1 nano-SIM card and 1 microSD card.
Tips:
•
Your phone only supports nano-SIM cards. Contact your carrier for a new or
replacement nano-SIM card.
•
Only use standard nano-SIM cards to avoid damaging the SIM card tray.
•
Ensure that the card is in the correct position and keep the card tray level when
inserting it into your phone.
•
Be careful not to hurt yourself or damage your phone when using the SIM eject pin.
•
Store the SIM eject pin out of the reach of children to prevent accidental swallowing or
injury.
1
Press and hold the power button, and then select to turn off your phone.
2
To remove the card tray, insert the SIM eject PIN included with your phone into the
small hole next to the card tray.
3
Insert a SIM card or microSD card into the card tray.
4
Insert the card tray back into your phone in the correct orientation.
Charging your phone
Your phone comes with a long-lasting battery and efficient power-saving technology.
This section outlines how to care for your battery in order to maximize its lifespan.
Using your battery
•
You can recharge your battery many times, but all batteries have a limited lifespan. If
you notice a significant deterioration in your phone's battery life, contact an
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Unboxing your Phone
authorized Huawei service center for a replacement battery. The battery is built into
the phone and is not removable. Do not attempt to remove the battery yourself.
•
Your phone may become warm after prolonged use or when exposed to high ambient
temperatures. This is entirely normal. If your phone becomes hot to the touch, stop
charging it and disable unnecessary features. Place your phone in a cool location and
allow it to cool down to room temperature. Avoid prolonged contact with the surface
of your phone if it becomes hot.
•
When charging your phone, only use genuine Huawei batteries, chargers, and USB
cables. Third-party accessories are a potential safety hazard and may impair your
phone's performance. Avoid using your phone when it is charging. Do not cover your
phone or the power adapter.
•
Charging times may vary depending on the ambient temperature and the remaining
battery level.
•
A low battery warning will be displayed when the battery level is low.
•
Your phone will switch off automatically when the battery is nearly empty.
Visit the official Huawei website and download the user guide for your device for
information on how to care for your battery.
Battery status indicator
The battery status is indicated by your phone's indicator light and the battery icon in the
status bar.
•
If the status indicator blinks red and the battery icon changes to the battery level
is below 10%.
•
The status indicator and the battery icon indicate the battery status during charging. A
red status indicator and a
10%. A yellow status indicator and a battery icon indicate that the battery level
is between 10% and 80%. A green status indicator and a battery icon indicate
that the battery level is between 80% and 100%. A green status indicator and a
battery icon indicate that the battery is fully charged and you can unplug the
charging cable from your phone.
battery icon indicate that the battery level is below
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Unboxing your Phone
If your phone does not respond when you press the power button, this indicates that the
battery is empty. Charge your battery for at least 10 minutes using a genuine Huawei
charger, and then turn on your phone.
Turning your phone on and off
•
To turn on your phone, press and hold the power button until your phone vibrates and
the screen turns on.
•
To turn off your phone, press and hold the power button, and then touch .
If your phone does not respond after holding down the power button for 20 seconds,
the battery may be empty. If so, connect your phone to a charger to charge the
battery.
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Transferring Data
Transferring Data
Using the Backup application to transfer
data
Use the Backup application to transfer data from your old phone to your new phone.
Features may vary depending on your carrier.
Back up new data
Restore previously backed up data
More settings
Backing up data to a microSD card
You can back up data on your old phone to a microSD card. For more information on
inserting or removing a microSD card, see
Date that can be backed up: contacts, messages, call log, photos, audio, videos, files,
and applications.
1
Open
Backup
.
Inserting a SIM card and microSD card.
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Transferring Data
2
Touch
Backup
>
SD card
>
Next
.
3
Select the data you want to back up. No backup password is required if you back up
photos, audio, videos, and documents. To back up other types of data, follow the
onscreen instructions to set a backup password.
By default, backup data is saved to the
Restoring data from a microSD card
1
Insert the microSD card containing the backup files into your new phone. For more
information on inserting microSD cards, see
2
Open
3
Touch
4
Select the backup you want to restore.
If the backup data is encrypted, enter the encryption password when prompted.
5
Select the data you want to restore, and then touch
Backup
Restore
.
>
Restore from SD card
HuaweiBackup
Inserting a SIM card and microSD card.
>
Next
.
Restore
folder in
.
Files
.
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Transferring Data
Transferring data between your phone and a
computer
Transfer the data on your old phone to your computer, and then transfer it to your new
phone.
Connect your phone to a computer using a USB cable. Select
computer will automatically install any necessary drivers. Once installed, double-click on
the new disk drive to manage files. The drive name should be your phone's model
number.
•
Photos
: View photos that are stored on your phone.
•
Files
: Transfer files between your phone and a computer.
•
If no connection type is specified, your phone will remain in charging mode.
Photos
or
Files
. Your
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Transferring Data
Copying contacts from an old phone to a new
phone
Use any of the following methods to copy contacts from your old phone to your new
phone.
SIM card
Storage
device
Bluetooth
Backup
Computer
Other
methods
Use the SIM import feature to copy SIM card contacts to your new phone.
For more information, see
If both phones have a microSD slot, export your contacts to a microSD
card in vCard format on the old phone, and then copy the contacts to the
new phone. For more information, see
device.
Enable Bluetooth on both your old and new phones, and import your
contacts using Bluetooth. For more information, see
using Bluetooth.
If your old phone supports Backup, back up your contacts, and restore
them to your new phone. For more information, see
application to back up and restore data.
Sync contacts on your old phone to a computer, and then sync these to a
new phone using a phone management application (such as HiSuite).
•
Install social networking applications and synchronize your contacts.
•
Log in to your Exchange account and synchronize your contacts.
Importing contacts from a SIM card.
Importing contacts from a storage
Importing contacts
Using the Backup
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First Use and Initial Setup
First Use and Initial Setup
Initial setup
Ensure that the SIM card is inserted correctly before using your phone for the first time.
Read the Quick Start Guide for more information on how to set up your phone.
Press and hold the power button to turn on your phone, and then follow the onscreen
instructions to complete the initial setup.
1
Select your language and region, and then touch
2
Proceed to the
networks. Select the network you want to connect to, and then enter the password to
access the Internet.
3
Proceed to the
user terms and Huawei Privacy Policy, and then touch
4
Follow the onscreen instructions to enable Wi-Fi+.
Wi-Fi settings
Terms and Conditions
screen. Your phone will automatically list available Wi-Fi
screen. Read the content carefully, accept the
Next
.
Next
.
5
Your phone has a fingerprint sensor. Follow the onscreen instructions to add your
fingerprint. You also need to set a PIN or password in order to unlock the screen when
your phone fails to recognize your fingerprint.
6
On the
Configuration successful
a moment and the EMUI interface should launch. You can now start using your phone.
screen, touch
Begin
to complete the settings. Wait for
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First Use and Initial Setup
Enable or disable a SIM card
Select 4G/3G SIM
Select default SIM for data services
Configure SIM settings for phone calls
Dual SIM settings
When two SIM cards are inserted, only one SIM card can be set as the 4G/3G/2G SIM.
The other SIM card slot only supports 2G networks. You can also configure the default
card for mobile data and phone calls according to your monthly plan.
This feature only applies to dual SIM phones.
Open
as desired.
Settings
and touch
Dual card management
. You can configure both SIM cards
•
If you disable a SIM card, you will be unable to use it to make calls, send messages,
or access the Internet.
•
Select
Dual SIM calling
manually or use the default SIM card each time you make a call. If you choose to
use the default SIM card, your phone will use that SIM card for all outgoing calls.
. You can configure whether you want to select a SIM card
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First Use and Initial Setup
Select SIM display mode for phone calls
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First Use and Initial Setup
Connecting to the Internet
Connect to the Internet using Wi-Fi or mobile data to surf the web, play games, and use
instant messaging applications.
Connecting to a Wi-Fi network
1
Swipe down from the status bar to open the notification panel.
2
In the
Shortcuts
tab, touch and hold to open the Wi-Fi settings screen.
3
Turn on the Wi-Fi switch. Your phone will list available Wi-Fi networks.
4
Select the Wi-Fi network you want to connect to. If the Wi-Fi network is encrypted,
enter the password when prompted.
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First Use and Initial Setup
Using mobile data
Before using mobile data, ensure that you have a data plan with your carrier.
1
Swipe down from the status bar to open the notification panel.
2
In the
Shortcuts
tab, touch to enable mobile data.
Disable mobile data when not required in order to save battery power and reduce
data usage.
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First Use and Initial Setup
Configuring your fingerprint ID
Use the fingerprint sensor to unlock the screen, access the Safe and App Lock, and
authorize payments in third-party applications.
•
fingerprint ID may not be available on all phones.
•
For added security and to ensure that you can still access your data if your phone
fails to recognize your fingerprint, you will need to set a backup password when
configuring fingerprint unlock.
1
Open
2
Select
password.
3
Once you have configured the password, touch
fingerprint.
4
Place your fingertip on the fingerprint sensor. Press down lightly on the sensor until
your phone vibrates. Repeat this step using different parts of your fingertip until your
phone has successfully added your fingerprint.
PIN
Settings
or
Password
and touch
, and then follow the onscreen instructions to set a screen lock
Fingerprint ID
>
Fingerprint management
New fingerprint
to add your
.
5
Once you have added your fingerprint, touch OK.
On the
Fingerprint management
fingerprint unlock.
To delete a fingerprint, select the desired fingerprint on the
screen, touch
Delete
screen, turn off the
, and then follow the onscreen instructions.
Unlock screen
switch to disable
Fingerprint management
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Installing Applications
Installing Applications
Sharing applications using a microSD card
Save installation packages to a microSD card to share them with other phones.
Installation packages from third-party sources may contain viruses or malicious
software and should be installed with caution. Only install applications from trusted
sources.
1
Insert the microSD card containing the installation package into your phone.
2
Open
to install.
A warning message may be displayed during the installation process. Always read these
messages carefully. If you wish to proceed with the installation, touch
turn on the
applications. After you have finished installing the application, touch
settings
applications downloaded from unofficial sources.
After installation, the application will be visible on your home screen.
Files
, locate the installation package on the microSD card, and then touch
Unknown sources
>
Security
and deselect
Settings
switch to allow your phone to install third-party
Unknown sources
Settings
to prevent your phone from installing
>
and then
Advanced
Uninstalling an application
Free up space on your phone and boost performance by removing unused applications.
Some pre-installed system applications cannot be removed.
•
On the home screen, touch and hold the application you want to uninstall and drag it
to the
•
Touch
Uninstall
icon.
Settings
.
>
Apps
, select the application you want to uninstall, and then touch
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Getting Started
Locking and unlocking the screen
Locking the screen
•
Press the power button to manually lock the screen.
•
The screen will lock automatically and enter sleep mode after it has been idle for a
certain period to reduce power consumption and prevent unintended operations.
Getting Started
To change the screen sleep time, open
select a time.
Your phone will continue to receive messages, notifications, and incoming calls when the
screen is locked. The status indicator will flash green when you receive new notifications.
When you receive an incoming call, the screen will turn on and display the caller
information.
Settings
, touch
Display
>
Sleep
, and then
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Getting Started
Unlocking the screen
When the screen is off, press the power button to wake the screen. Slide your finger in
any direction to unlock the screen.
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Getting Started
Magazine Unlock
Use Magazine Unlock to create your own selection of lock screen images and bring your
lock screen to life.
Swipe up from the bottom of the lock screen to display the Magazine Unlock options.
App shortcuts
View, add, or delete images from your Magazine
Unlock covers
Manage Magazine Unlock covers
desired images to add them to the viewing list. To delete covers from the viewing list,
touch
Add covers to favorites
that have been added to your favorites will not be deleted from the viewing list after an
online update.
, and then touch and hold the desired image and select
: Touch to add the current cover to your favorites. Images
: Touch , and then touch . Select the
Remove
.
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Getting Started
Touchscreen gestures
Use simple touchscreen gestures to perform a variety of tasks, such as open applications,
scroll through lists, and zoom images.
Touch
: Touch an item once. For example, touch to
select an option or open an application.
Double touch
twice in quick succession. For example, double touch
an image in full screen mode to zoom in or out.
Touch and hold
the screen for at least 2 seconds. For example, touch
and hold a blank area on the home screen to access
the home screen editor.
Swipe
: Swipe your fingers on the screen. For
example, in the
on a notification to dismiss it. Swipe vertically or
horizontally to go to other home screens, scroll
through a document, and more.
: Touch the target area of the screen
: Touch and hold the target area of
Notifications
tab, swipe left or right
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Getting Started
Drag
: Touch and hold an item, and then move it to
another position. For example, use this gesture to
rearrange applications and widgets on the home
screen.
Spread fingers apart
: Spread two fingers apart on
the screen. For example, spread two fingers apart to
zoom in on a picture or web page.
Pinch fingers together
: Pinch two fingers together
on the screen. For example, pinch two fingers
together to zoom out on an image.
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Getting Started
Status and notification icons
Status icons
Status icons are displayed on the right-hand side of the status bar. Status icons display
information about your phone's status, such as network connection information, signal
strength, battery level, and time.
Status icons may vary according to your region or carrier.
Signal strength No signal
Connected over GPRS Connected over 3G
Connected over EDGE Connected over HSPA+
Connected over LTE VoLTE enabled
Airplane mode enabled Roaming
Receiving location data from
GPS
Bluetooth enabled
Silent mode enabled Vibration mode enabled
Charging Alarm enabled
Battery low Battery full
Headset inserted No SIM card found
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